Description
Kartoffelpuffer, a classic German potato pancake, delights palates with crispy edges and golden-brown perfection. Served alongside applesauce or sour cream, these traditional pancakes offer a comforting taste of German culinary heritage you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large eggs
- 1 lbs (900 g) potatoes, peeled and grated
- 1 small onion, grated
- ¼ cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
- 3 tbsps butter (for frying)
- 2 tbsps vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Potato Preparation: Grate potatoes using a fine grater, capturing a uniform texture. Transfer to a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out excess moisture thoroughly to ensure crispy pancakes.
- Batter Formation: Combine grated potatoes, minced onion, eggs, flour, and seasonings in a mixing bowl. Blend ingredients until a smooth, consistent mixture develops with no visible lumps.
- Skillet Preparation: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium flame. Create a cooking surface with a combination of butter and vegetable oil to prevent sticking and enhance flavor profile.
- Cooking Process: Ladle potato mixture onto the heated skillet, spreading gently to form circular pancakes. Cook until edges turn deep golden brown and crisp, approximately 3-4 minutes per side. Flip carefully to ensure even browning and complete cooking.
- Finishing Touch: Transfer pancakes to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Allow brief resting to maintain crispness and structural integrity. Serve immediately with traditional accompaniments like applesauce or sour cream for an authentic german culinary experience.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly squeeze out potato liquid using a clean towel to prevent soggy pancakes and ensure maximum crispiness.
- Temperature Control: Maintain medium heat to achieve golden-brown exterior without burning, allowing even cooking and crisp edges.
- Batter Consistency: Mix ingredients until just combined, avoiding overmixing to prevent dense, tough pancakes that lack delicate texture.
- Serving Strategy: Serve immediately after cooking to preserve the perfect crispy-crunchy texture and optimal temperature for best flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: German
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 11
- Calories: 169
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 185 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 62 mg